“’All things have been handed
over to Me by My Father; and no one knows the Son, except the Father; nor does
anyone know the Father, except the Son, and anyone to whom the Son wills to
reveal Him. Come to Me, all who are
weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn from Me, for
I am gentle and humble in heart; and you shall find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy, and My load is light.’” Matthew 11:27-30
For
Christ to be in us gives us RESOURCES.
Everything we possibly need is ours in the Lord Jesus Christ. But for us to be in Christ gives us
responsibilities. As part of His Body,
the most important issue I have to face is ‘What do You want me to do?’”*
There’s
nothing HE lacks...nothing HE can’t provide for you. He KNOWS you’re weary and heavy-laden. HE stands waiting, offering to hold you and
let you rest in His arms. He knows that
even when resting, you are serving as others watch how you respond to His
resources AND His offer of ultimate support through troubled waters.
Take
care with love, especially His! Your
servant and friend in Christ, Darlene
PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY? Please
send updates! For any of you who wonder if prayer is worth taking time
for, just page back through previous entries and see the hand of our loving
Father in action!
URGENT
PRAYER REQUEST: For those affected by the Australian cyclone ripping through the east
coast of the country.
Three
projects now loom (but nothing is yet confirmed) and I’m overwhelmed with hope
and thanksgiving. Help me keep focused
on His will.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS: Hans, is struggling with his work and his need for fellowship. For all of us as we move out into this New Year, that we would have the heart of the Lord in all that we do.
PRAISE
& THANKSGIVING: Adrian is preparing for a new
treatment and is sounding stronger than he has in a year. For Deepak,
who’s home now, his father seems better.
For Linda and Ian and
the wisdom they have so generously shared. Tim
B finally having relief from his massive headaches. For J&S, special friends, as they begin to manage some
normal life for the first time in years.
Still need a permanent place to live.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: David
R doing well through complicated health challenges. For Jon
C, as he meets life after a stroke.
Paul NS. Tim
(my little brother) with CPRD, needs financial help, especially with no health
insurance -needs a disability pension. Steve Barns for relief from
great pain and depression.
For Audley and Beverly
(she’s disabled from a stroke and needs a carer during the day so Audley can go
out and work. For Carlton suffering from horrible infections in his bones.
ONGOING
JOB RELATED: Barbara’s (sister-in-law) is eager to find new work since
her project ended. For Tim, my amazing brother, that he
might find satisfying work that he’s able to do.
ONGOING
PRAYER REQUESTS: Pray the Lord’s hand is
dramatically apparent in the lives of all who receive and read this
devotion...that His mighty works would be worked out in each life for His
purposes in surprising and wonderful ways!
For
Kent as he grows through the
loss of his mom. Isaiac as his ministry in the Philippines. Pray for healing of hearts in Connecticut grieving after the
mass shooting of the 20 four-six year olds and six adults. For those affected, Government decision makers
and volunteers still working on the aftermath of super storm Sandy.
Comfort those who loved Deb , especially Vern, as they deal with her loss. Carla & Paul K for good results from their business plans.
For Tarrega, as his hearts settles
and strengthens. For Linda, that the Lord will show
her which doors to open next after she rests a bit. For Rob
as the Lord works in a new way in his life...protect his health. For Jodie
as she deals with the knife edge of corporate politics. Laura
S as she reaches out for answers, that she finds the Truth.
Pray
for PJ. For Annette
as she begins some new career adventures.
Pray for wisdom for my brother as he deals with an important matter.
For
Roger as he considers options
for a pledge of heart. Adam who’s becoming involved
with a cult that’s filling many unmet needs. Scott,
for strength as he struggles and grows (for Donna as she encourages him). For David
K, in his studies and Matthew K
as he grows up. For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael. Elaine and Jim back in Hong
Kong.
PRAY
FOR THE WORLD: God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His
children there and for the many nations suffering from global financial
mismanagement.
*Christ For Real by Charles Price
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